OK, it is too late in the season for US farmers to plant tomato plants that will yield fruit this season.

Stated differently, I am currently enjoying the tomatoes of a local farmer who planted her tomato plants back in early spring.

So, as usual, Pres Trump does not seem to have any real purpose behind this current tariff besides an apparent attempt of a headline grab.

He, obviously, does not seem to understand the life cycle of tomato plants. And the headlines blast his ignorance on that to the world.

So, what is his purpose here?

... the grocery staple ...

And, if I may add, tomatoes are not just those red, round things you see in the produce section of the supermarket you frequent.

They are also a major source for other products you may buy.

Ketchup.

Various tomato sauces (e.g., canned or bottled spaghetti sauce).

V-8 juice.

etc ...

So, more grocery inflation?